The Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley

The Mists of Avalon

Avalon #1

Marion Zimmer Bradley

885 pages • first pub 1982 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical adventurous dark slow-paced

Description

Here is the magical legend of King Arthur, vividly retold through the eyes and lives of the women who wielded power from behind the throne. A spellbinding novel, an extraordinary literary achievement, The Mists of Avalon will stay with you for a ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 8,196 reviews

Moods

adventurous 74%
mysterious 61%
dark 55%
emotional 55%
reflective 43%
sad 29%
challenging 26%
tense 17%
inspiring 12%
hopeful 8%
informative 6%
relaxing 1%

Pace

slow 72%
medium 26%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 51% | Character: 42% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 7%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 54% | Yes: 26% | No: 18%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.93

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